Over these years of medical practice, I've always adhered to one principle—if an illness can be cured with inexpensive medicine, I'll never let patients waste an extra penny. After all, for ordinary folks, being practical is what matters most in daily life.

Traditional Chinese Medicine often says, "The liver is the general of the organs." The liver is like the body's dispatcher, responsible for storing blood and regulating its flow. All the sinews and bones in our body rely on liver blood for nourishment, the eyes require moistening by liver blood to see clearly, and even our hair needs nourishment from liver blood to stay dark and lustrous. When liver blood is insufficient, the body immediately sends out "red flags": some people suddenly wake up between 2 and 3 a.m., tossing and turning unable to fall back asleep; others frequently experience cramps, with their calves feeling weak after just a few steps; and there are those who develop white hair at a young age, losing clumps of it while washing their hair. In reality, these are all signs of your liver "crying out for help"!

Today I'll teach you a simple liver-nourishing formula using just four common medicinal ingredients: 10 grams of Chinese angelica root (Danggui), 5 grams of red dates, plus a handful of goji berries and lotus seeds (about a dozen or so will do). These four herbs may seem ordinary, but their combination holds profound significance. Chinese angelica root is a supreme blood-tonifying medicine, acting like lubricant for the body; red dates fortify the middle burner and boost qi, helping to transport nutrients throughout the body; goji berries brighten the eyes and nourish the liver, specifically addressing dry eyes; lotus seeds calm the spirit and aid sleep, specially treating the problem of waking up in the middle of the night.

The preparation is also simple: wash these herbs, add water, boil for 20 minutes, and when you smell the herbal aroma, it's about ready to drink. I often prescribe this formula to patients with insomnia and hair loss. After consistently drinking it for two weeks, most people report feeling more restful sleep and less eye fatigue. Recently, a delivery courier who works night shifts daily told me after half a month of drinking it: "Now my legs don't feel weak when climbing stairs, and I can sleep soundly through the night."

However, I must remind everyone that although this soup is beneficial, it's not suitable for everyone. If you are prone to internal heat or happen to have a cold or fever, it's better not to drink it for now. Nourishing the liver cannot be rushed; it's like watering flowers—it requires a gentle, sustained approach. Keep drinking it for a period of time, and your body will naturally surprise you.